Israir receives FAA operational approval, expects to start selling tickets to US 'soon'
Israir already has approval from the Federal Aviation Administration and the Department of Transportation, and it expects to start selling tickets to New York for October flights.
Israir has been granted approval by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to commence flights to and from the United States, the airline announced on Monday. This marks the final step in the regulatory process, aligning with approvals received from aviation authorities in Israel and the US. Israir stated that it has now fulfilled all necessary requirements and flight permits to operate in North America, with ticket sales anticipated to begin soon.
The airline emphasized that the FAA's approval is an international testament to the company's commitment to quality, safety, and operational reliability. Israir expressed excitement about expanding its route network to North America, aiming to introduce more competition and offer customers better service at competitive prices. Last week, the company secured approval to sell tickets from the US Department of Transportation, with the first flights expected to commence on October 19.
Israir is actively communicating with the FAA and working in close collaboration with relevant authorities to expedite the approval process.
The airline's initial route would be between Tel Aviv and New York, with no other routes currently announced. Other than routes to Zanzibar, Tanzania, and Marrakesh, Morocco, Israir currently operates only two destinations outside Europe and the Caucasus.
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